Thursday, July 3, 2025 - Two persons have been confirmed dead and several others injured following a bandit attack on vigilante operatives in Edogi, Lafiagi axis of Kwara State.
The incident, which occurred during a clash between the
vigilantes and suspected bandits, also left four people with gunshot wounds.
Among the injured are Mohammed Ndagi, Saidu Jiya, and Philips
John, all members of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN).
A civilian passerby, Babangida Daniel, was also caught in the
crossfire. They were rushed to the General Hospital in Lafiagi for emergency
treatment.
However, the VGN Commander, Mohammed Yatsu (50), and
Babangida Daniel were confirmed d3ad by medical personnel.
One injured vigilante, Ndagi, later d!ed while receiving
treatment.
The remaining injured victims have been referred to the
University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) for further medical care.
Meanwhile, ASP Sado Sunday, who was reportedly involved in
the operation, remains missing as search efforts continue.
Security sources say efforts are underway to track down the
perpetrators and restore calm in the area.
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